Apprenticeship
Training Standard
Turf Equipment
Technician
Trade Code: 421C
Development Date: 2004
This document is the property of the apprentice named inside and represents the official record of his/her training.
TURF EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
CONTENTS
PAGE
Preface ............................................................................................................................................. 1
Definitions ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Important Directions to the Apprentice ........................................................................................... 4
Important Directions for the Sponsor/Employer & Supervisor/Trainer .......................................... 4
Notice/Declaration for Collection of Personal Information ............................................................ 5
Roles and Responsibilities of Apprentice, Sponsor/Employer and Supervisor/Trainer .................. 6
Skill Set Completion Form .............................................................................................................. 8
Apprentice Completion Form .......................................................................................................... 9
TRAINING CONTENT
A. Description/Duties ................................................................................................................... 10
B. On-the-Job Training Performance Objectives
1.0
Protect self and others............................................................................................ 11
2.0
Set up and operate shop equipment ....................................................................... 15
3.0
Set up and operate tow-behind equipment ........................................................... 17
4.0
Set up, service, and maintain mowing equipment ................................................. 18
5.0
Service and maintain golf carts ............................................................................. 19
6.0
Service and maintain sprayer equipment ............................................................... 21
7.0
Service and maintain traction units ....................................................................... 22
8.0
Service and maintain small powered equipment .................................................. 25
Apprentice Record ......................................................................................................................... 27
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PREFACE
This Schedule of Training was developed by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities
(MTCU), in partnership with the Industry Advisory Committee and in consultation with
representatives from the industry. This document is intended to be used by apprentice,
supervisor/trainer and sponsor/employer as a "blueprint" for training and as a prerequisite for
completion and certification.
This training document becomes the apprentice’s only record of workplace training performance.
Supervisor/trainer and apprentice are required to sign off and date the skill following each
successful acquisition, unless a skill is marked shaded (optional).
The care and maintenance of this training document are the joint responsibility of the
apprentice and the sponsor/employer. By signing off the skill, the supervisor/trainer and
the apprentice are indicating that the apprentice has demonstrated competence of the skill.
This training standard has been developed specifically for documenting the apprentices’
acquisition of skills of the trade.
Please Note:
Apprenticeship Training and Curriculum Standards were developed by the Ministry of Training,
Colleges and Universities (MTCU). As of April 8th, 2013, the Ontario College of Trades
(College) has become responsible for the development and maintenance of these standards. The
College is carrying over existing standards without any changes.
However, because the Apprenticeship Training and Curriculum Standards documents were
developed under either the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act (TQAA) or the
Apprenticeship and Certification Act, 1998 (ACA), the definitions contained in these documents
may no longer be accurate and may not be reflective of the Ontario College of Trades and
Apprenticeship Act, 2009 (OCTAA) as the new trades legislation in the province. The College
will update these definitions in the future.
Meanwhile, please refer to the College’s website (www.collegeoftrades.ca) for the most accurate
and up-to-date information about the College. For information on OCTAA and its regulations,
please visit: www.collegeoftrades.ca/about/legislation-and-regulations.
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DEFINITIONS
ACA
Apprenticeship and Certification Act, 1998
Certificate of Apprenticeship (C of A)
Certification issued to individuals who have demonstrated that they have completed an
apprenticeship in Ontario.
Certificate of Qualification (C of Q)
Certification issued to C of Q applicants who have achieved a passing grade on the certification
exam for their trade.
Competence
The ability of an individual to perform a skill repeatedly and without assistance in the workplace
to the standard set out in the Training Standard or Schedule of Training.
Competency Analysis Profile
A document that identifies the training needs of an individual trade and details the skills/skill sets
that must be demonstrated.
Industry Committee (IC) - under the ACA and Provincial Advisory Committee (PAC)
under the TQAA
Under the ACA and TQAA, the Minister may appoint a provincial committee in any trade or
group of trades to advise the Minister in matters relating to the establishment and operation of
apprenticeship training programs and trades qualifications.
Journeyperson or Equivalent
A person who has acquired the knowledge and skills in a trade, occupation or craft as attested to
by a provincial or territorial authority.
Mandatory
Status assigned to unshaded individual skills, skill sets or general performance objective which
must be signed off for the apprentice to complete their program.
Optional
Status assigned to shaded individual skills, skills sets or general performance objective for which
sign-off is not required for the apprentice to complete the program.
Schedule of Training
An apprenticeship training standard which includes the on-the-job performance objectives and
off-the-job learning outcomes
Sign-off
Signature of the sponsor/employer of record or an individual, to whom that sponsor or employer
has delegated signing authority, indicating an apprentice’s achievement of competence.
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Skill
Individual skill described in the Training Standard (note: does not mean the larger skill groups
referred to in the Training Standard as Skill Sets, Training Units, or General Performance
Objective, but the individual skills that make up those groups).
Skill Sets
Group of individual skills found in the Training Standard (may also be called Training Unit or
General Performance Objective)
Skill Set Completion Form (and Learning Outcome Completion Form)
Lists all skill sets and includes space for sign-off by sponsor/employer of record.
Sponsor/Employer
Means a person that has entered into a registered training agreement under which the person is
required to ensure that an individual is provided with workplace-based training in a trade, other
occupation or skill set as part of an apprenticeship program approved by the Director.
Sponsor/Employer of Record
Refers to the sponsor or employer documented as the signatory to the current training agreement
or contract. In order for an sponsor/employer to be considered for the training of apprentices,
they must identify that the workplace has qualified journeypersons or equivalent on site and can
identify that the workplace has the tools, equipment, materials, and processes which have been
identified by Provincial Advisory Committees (PACs) or Industry Committees (ICs) to be
required for the trade.
Supervisor
An individual, who oversees the execution of a task, oversees the actions or work of others.
Trainer
A qualified trainer in a compulsory trade is a journeyperson with a Certificate of Qualification or
in a voluntary trade is an individual who is considered equivalent to a journeyperson with a
Certificate of Qualification.
TQAA
Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act.
Training Standard
A document that has been written in concise statements, which describe how well an apprentice
must perform each skill in order to become competent. In using the document, trainers will be
able to ensure that the apprentice is developing skills detailed for the occupation.
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IMPORTANT DIRECTIONS
Apprentice
1.
All complete skills or skill sets must be signed and dated by both the apprentice and
sponsor/employer when either all terms of the contract have been completed or the
apprentice leaves the employ of the employer.
2.
It is the responsibility of the apprentice to inform the apprenticeship staff at the local
Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities office regarding the following changes:
• change of sponsor/employer address;
• change of apprentice name or address;
• transfer to a new sponsor/employer.
3.
The Skill Set Completion Form and Learning Outcome Completion Form must be
completed and signed by the current sponsor/employer and presented to the local
Apprenticeship Client Services Office at the fulfillment of all terms of a Training
Agreement.
4.
The apprentice completion form with the Completed and Authorized Schedule of
Training must be presented to the local Apprenticeship Client Services Unit.
Sponsors/Employers and Supervisors/Trainers
The Schedule of Training identifies skills and supporting learning outcomes required for this
trade/occupation and its related training program.
This Schedule of Training has been written in concise statements which describe how an
apprentice must perform each skill/outcome in order to become competent. Competence means
being able to perform the task to the required standard.
In using this training standard, supervisors/trainers will be able to ensure that the apprentice is
developing the skills detailed for the trade/occupation.
Supervisors/Trainers and apprentices are required to sign off and date the skills following each
successful acquisition.
Sponsors/Employers participating in this training program will be designated as the Signing
Authority and are required to attest to successful achievement by signing the appropriate box
included at the end of each skill set.
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NOTICE/DECLARATION FOR COLLECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
1. At any time during your apprenticeship training, you may be required to show this training
standard to the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (the Ministry). You will be
required to disclose the signed Apprenticeship Completion form to the Ministry in order to
complete your program. The Ministry will use your personal information to administer and
finance Ontario’s apprenticeship training system, including confirming your completion and
issuing your certificate of apprenticeship.
2. The Ministry will disclose information about your program completion and your certificate
of apprenticeship to the Ontario College of Trades, as it is necessary for the College to carry
out its responsibilities.
3. Your personal information is collected, used and disclosed by the Ministry under the
authority of the Ontario College of Trades and Apprenticeship Act, 2009.
4. Questions about the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by the
Ministry may be addressed to the:
Manager, Employment Ontario Contact Centre
Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities
33 Bloor St. E, 2nd floor, Toronto, Ontario M7A 2S3
Toll-free: 1-800-387-5656; Toronto: 416-326-5656
TTY: 1-866-533-6339 or 416-325-4084.
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ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF APPRENTICE, SPONSOR/EMPLOYER
AND SUPERVISOR/TRAINER
Apprentice “Apprenticeship is Learning On-the-job”
• Practice safe work habits.
• Use your apprenticeship training standard as a journal to keep track of which skills you have
achieved.
• Talk over your training plan with your Training Consultant, Employer, Union, or Sponsor.
• Know what tools are required for your trade and how to use them.
• Ask questions and keep asking.
• Talk to your employer about your training needs.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and good work habits.
• Ensure that you and your supervisor/trainer sign off skill/skill sets upon demonstration of
competency.
Sponsor/Employer “Training is an Investment”
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Demonstrate safe work habits.
Attest to successful achievement by signing the skill/skills sets.
Provide opportunities and time for the apprentice to learn the trade.
Offer practical trade training experiences that cover all of the skill sets.
Foster work ethics that support training while minimizing productivity losses.
Set out clear expectations, then recognize or reward performance excellence.
Involve both the apprentice and supervisor/trainer in developing the training plan.
Use the Training Standard as a monitoring tool and part of regular performance evaluations.
Select supervisors/trainers with good communication skills and who work well with others.
Encourage supervisors/trainers to take upgrading courses - (e.g. Train the Trainer, Mentor
Coach, etc).
Complete the Skill Set Completion Form once the apprentice has demonstrated competency
in the training.
Ensure that the apprentice always works under the direction of or has access to a qualified
supervisor/trainer.
Vary the apprentice’s exposure to all the skills set out in the training standard.
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Supervisor/Trainer
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Demonstrate safe work habits.
Treat apprentices fairly and with respect.
Use the Training Standard as a guide to evaluating competence in each skill area. In using
the Training Standard, supervisors/trainers will be able to ensure that the apprentice is
developing skills detailed for the trade/occupation.
Review the Training Standard with the apprentice and develop a training plan.
Respond fully to all questions.
Be patient. Explain what is to be done then, show how it is done, and then let the
apprentice demonstrate the task.
Provide continuous feedback.
Sign off individual skills/skill sets once the apprentice demonstrates competence in the
skill.
Suggestions for Assessing the Progress of the Apprentice in the Workplace
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Use informal daily observation.
Provide constructive feedback to build confidence.
Allow the supervisor/trainer time to teach and demonstrate the skills.
Take prompt action wherever problems occur.
Conduct regular performance reviews involving the apprentice, supervisor/trainer and
sponsor/employer.
Use the Training Standard as the reference for establishing the competency of the
apprentice.
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SKILL SET COMPLETION FORM
SKILLS
SETS
TITLE
1.0
PROTECT SELF AND OTHERS
2.0
SET UP AND OPERATE SHOP
EQUIPMENT
3.0
SET UP AND OPERATE TOW-BEHIND
EQUIPMENT
4.0
SET UP, SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN
MOWING EQUIPMENT
5.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN GOLF CARTS
6.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN SPRAYER
EQUIPMENT
7.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN TRACTION
UNITS
8.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN SMALL
POWERED EQUIPMENT
SIGNING
AUTHORITY
NOTE ON SHADED PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES AND SKILLS:
• Shaded performance objectives and skill sets are optional. The shaded skills do not have
to be demonstrated or signed-off for completion of the on-the-job component of the
apprenticeship
• The learning outcomes will cover all of the skill sets, both shaded and unshaded.
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APPRENTICE COMPLETION FORM
APPRENTICE NAME
Print
Signature
Client ID
Skill Sets and Learning Outcomes when completed should be signed by the Supervisor/Trainer
and presented with this completion form to your local Apprenticeship Client Services Office.
Any supporting documentation should also be attached.
In-school Completed
(Proof to be provided)
Hours completed as
Per Contract:
Yes ( )
No ( )
Not applicable ( )
Yes ( )
No ( )
Not applicable ( )
SPONSOR/EMPLOYER INFORMATION
Name
Address
Telephone
E-mail Address
Signature of
Signing Authority
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A.
DESCRIPTION/DUTIES
A Turf Equipment Technician is employed at golf clubs and course, equipment
distributors and dealerships, equipment rental shops provincial parks and sod farms and
performs the following:
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Diagnoses, maintains and repairs, Mowing Equipment, Golf Carts, Traction Units,
Small Powered Equipment and Tow-Behind Equipment.
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A Turf Equipment Technician demonstrates knowledge of:
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Occupational Health and Safety Act
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)
Shop Equipment
Tools and equipment
Vehicle protection procedures and equipment
Documentation preparation
Inspecting, testing, diagnosing and repairing: Tow-Behind equipment,
Mowing equipment, Golf Carts, Traction units and Small Powered equipment.
Industry manuals, catalogues & software regarding parts and procedures
Customer service
Inspecting and reporting procedures
BENCHMARK/GUIDELINE TOTAL TRAINING TIMEFRAMES:
(ON-THE-JOB AND OFF-THE-JOB):
5,000 hours
Includes 720 hours of in-school training
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B.
ON-THE-JOB PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
1.0
PROTECT SELF AND OTHERS
1.1
Identify and take preventative action against potential workplace health and safety
hazards, including: broken glass, urethanes, dust fumes, excessive exhaust and/or
explosive fumes, gas and alternate fuels, lighting, sound levels, electrical and mechanical
hazards, (i.e. damaged or faulty air lines and/or inadequate ventilation); so that the
potential for personal injury, damage to equipment, vehicles, and the environment are
minimized, according to manufacturers’ recommendations, specifications, safety
requirements and government regulations.
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Date Completed
1.2
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Supervisor/Trainer
Handle, store and recycle hazardous workplace materials, including: glass, urethane,
epoxy, primers, solvents, automotive fluids; using personal protective equipment,
specified handling, storage and recycling procedures; so that individuals are protected
from injury and the environment from contamination, according to manufacturers’
recommendations, specifications, safety requirements and government regulations.
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Date Completed
1.3
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Wear and maintain personal protective equipment, including: eye, ear, head,hand,
respiratory, body, and foot protection; ensuring that correct fit and optimum protection is
provided to the wearer for the specific task performed, according to Workplace Joint
Health and Safety Committee, manufacturers’ recommendations, specifications, safety
requirements and government regulations.
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Date Completed
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1.4
Comply with first aid and workplace-related legislation relating to Occupational
Health and Safety Act and the Environmental Protection Act; by identifying the personal
and legal liabilities of technicians and employer when performing and/or conducting
vehicle safety and structural inspections, vehicle testing, work estimates, repairing and/or
replacing damaged parts, according to manufacturers’ recommendations, specifications,
safety requirements, and government regulations
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Date Completed
1.5
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Comply with Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
guidelines, including: reading and interpreting labels and Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS), ensuring receipt of training in WHMIS regulations and practices, according to the
Occupational Health and Safety Act.
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Date Completed
1.7
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Supervisor/Trainer
Practice good housekeeping in the workplace by applying fire hazard prevention
methods, including: maintaining a clean and orderly work area; identifying, removing
and disposing of potential fire hazards; preventing and cleaning up spills and/or leaks;
ensuring work area is free of obstructions; and safely using, storing and maintaining
equipment, tools and shop safety equipment, to minimize accident or injury to self and
others, according to manufacturers’ recommendations, specifications, safety requirements
and government regulations.
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Date Completed
1.6
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Identify and locate safety devices on turf maintenance machinery, including shields,
safety and warning decals, interlocks, guards audible warning devices, and roll-over
protection systems and check to ensure correct operation for the safety of self and others
and to protect the machinery from damage.
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Date Completed
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1.8
Demonstrate required care when working on or around power take-off systems by
ensuring that traction unit is shut down, protective shielding is in place and functional, all
locking devices are operational, and PTO shaft is in correct alignment and free from any
interference to prevent injury to self and others and to protect traction unit and driven
implement from damage.
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Date Completed
1.9
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Supervisor/Trainer
Conduct inspection by using vision and sense of smell to locate leaks in hydraulic,
fuel, coolant, and exhaust systems, using flow meters and pressure gauges, ensuring
proper use of meters and gauges and disposal procedures using recommended tools,
replacement parts, and components to protect self and others and to restore operational
performance of turf equipment to manufacturers' specifications.
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Date Completed
1.10
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Locate, service, and maintain batteries and electrical connections by removing
corrosion from terminals, maintaining correct electrolyte levels, and by conducting
charging operations in a well-ventilated area following equipment manufacturers'
recommended procedures to prevent damage to battery and electrical system and to
prevent injury to self and others and damage to property.
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Date Completed
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
1.11
Set up and operate grinding equipment and related accessories demonstrating
required care by following equipment manufacturers instructions and wearing all required
eye, ear, and respiratory safety equipment.
1.12
Demonstrate required care when operating or servicing hand-held power cutting
devices, including cut-off saws, chain saws, hedge trimmers, grinders, drills, line
trimmers, and brush cutters, by following manufacturers' operating manuals for the
protection of self and others.
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Date Completed
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Supervisor/Trainer
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1.13
Check equipment protective devices including back-up alarms, safety switches and
warning instrumentation by sight, sound, feel and odor and to protect the operator from
injury and to ensure effective operation of the equipment.
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Date Completed
1.14
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Use and maintain emergency safety equipment including fire extinguishers, blankets to
perform work in a safe and effective manner in accordance with the OHSA for the
protection self, others and property
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Date Completed
1.16
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Supervisor/Trainer
Drive, move, park, and operate heavy equipment to load and unload materials and
equipment safely and effectively within the equipment capacities and limitations, by
following company safety procedures and the Occupational, Health and Safety Act
(OHSA) to ensure the protection of self, others and property.
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Date Completed
1.15
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Demonstrate knowledge of safety features and accessories on equipment and
communicate to operators and customers.
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Date Completed
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2.0
SET UP AND OPERATE SHOP EQUIPMENT
2.1
Set up and operate reel, bed knife, and rotary blade grinders by preparing the reel for
grinding and following correct mounting procedures to perform single blade and/or spin
grinding, correct mounting procedures to perform bed knife sharpening, to perform rotary
blade sharpening and balancing using recommended coolants, where required, to restore
their optimum cutting performance according to manufacturer’s specifications and
maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
2.2
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Operate and maintain lift equipment including hoists, front end loaders, fork lift, skid
steer, flor jacks and stands according to manufacturer’s specs, maintenance schedules and
government regulations.
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Date Completed
2.4
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Supervisor/Trainer
Demonstrate basic (PC terminal) computer skills by selecting programs and
applications, inputting data, retrieving and Interpreting data for purposes of inventory
control, budgeting, maintenance scheduling and reporting and irrigation control, and by
ensuring the accuracy of the information.
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Date Completed
2.3
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Set up and operate pressure washer according to manufacturer’s specifications
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Date Completed
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Supervisor/Trainer
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2.5
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and drawings in hardcopy and electronic
format according to manufacturer’s specifications.
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Date Completed
2.6
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Maintain and interpret a parts inventory using a computerized or manual system to
determine asset evaluation.
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Date Completed
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Supervisor/Trainer
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3.0
SET UP AND OPERATE TOW-BEHIND EQUIPMENT
3.1
Attach tow-behind implements to drive unit by securing trailer hitches, three-point
hitches, chains, draw bars, pins, and electrical or hydraulic connections following
manufacturers' directions to ensure safe and effective operation within equipment
limitations and capacities.
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Date Completed
3.2
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Service and maintain trailer hitches, including ball, pintle, fifth wheel, and drop pin
types, inspect and repair suspension components, bolts, bushings, springs, shock
absorbers, and tires, using required tools, grease guns, lubricants, and required lifting
equipment to ensure safe and effective operation of off-road equipment in accordance
with manufacturers' recommendations and maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
3.4
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Supervisor/Trainer
Service, maintain, set up and attach power take-off (PTO) assemblies, ensuring
positive connection between coupler and input/output shafts, correct alignment, required
shielding and safety devices, matching PTO to engine rpm according to manufacturers'
specifications and maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
3.3
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Service and maintain brake systems, including electric brake and hydraulic types, by
removal and inspection of components, by replacing worn or damaged parts using
calipers, brake tool pliers, electrical testing instruments, hand tools, and lifting devices to
restore operational performance of off-road equipment to manufacturers' specifications
and maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
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Supervisor/Trainer
TURF EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
4.0
SET UP, SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN MOWING EQUIPMENT
4.1
Service and maintain and clean driving systems for rotary and reel type mowers,
including belt, hydraulic, electric, chain, and ground types, by inspecting, aligning,
repairing, adjusting, testing, welding and lubricating bushings, bearings, pulleys,
sprockets, belts, and couplings using tension gauges, puller's, chain breakers, electrical
and hydraulic testing equipment, and grease guns to restore operational performance to
manufacturers' specifications and maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
4.2
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Supervisor/Trainer
Service, maintain, clean and set up reel-type cutting units by inspecting, adjusting,
repairing, testing, welding and replacing cutting edges, bearings, rollers for run-out, bedbar and knife, fasteners, bearing pre-load, shield, deflectors, and height of cut by using
grinders, back-lapping machines, dial indicators, torque wrench, feeler gauges, grease
gun, and recommended hand tools to ensure safe and optimum cutting quality according
to manufacturer’s specifications and maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
4.3
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Service and maintain and clean rotary, sickle, and flail type mower by inspecting,
adjusting, testing, welding, repairing, and replacing wheels, cutting edges, bushings,
bearings, belts and chains, fasteners, shields, deflectors, and height of cut by utilizing
balancer's, torque wrenches, feeler gauges, grinders, and grease guns to ensure safe
cutting performance.
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Date Completed
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Supervisor/Trainer
TURF EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
5.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN GOLF CARTS
5.1
Service and maintain deep cycle batteries, chargers and charging systems by
inspecting, testing, repairing, and replacing defective parts using electrical test equipment,
distilled water, hydrometers, and hand tools, wearing required safety clothing and
equipment and performing work in a well-ventilated area to restore operational
performance to manufacturers' specifications and maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
5.2
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Service and maintain belts, clutches, air and fuel filters and drive line components
on gasoline and electric powered carts by inspecting belt condition, clutch faces,
bushings, cables, oil levels, seals and tire pressure replacing worn or defective parts using
micrometers, dial indicators, spring compressors, pulling devices, lifting equipment,
grease guns, and recommended hand tools to restore operational performance to
manufacturers' specifications and maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
5.4
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Supervisor/Trainer
Service and test speed directional control systems on electric golf carts by conducting
electrical checks on system components and connections, by replacing defective or worn
parts, and by running operational checks according to manufacturer’s specifications and
maintenance schedules.
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Date Completed
5.3
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Apprentice
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Apprentice
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Supervisor/Trainer
Maintain and repair car bodies, including metal, fiberglass, plastics, and flexible
body parts, by refinishing damaged areas using filling and repairing compounds,
materials, and primers recommended by the manufacturer, and by replacing damaged
panels or flexible parts to restore the condition and appearance of the golf cart body.
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Date Completed
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5.5
Maintain and repair brakes by adjusting, inspecting and replacing parts, including
cables, hydraulic components, linkages, shoes, pedals, pads, drums, parking brake and
floor mats using hand and electric power tools and measuring devices according to
manufacturers specifications and maintenance schedules.
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5.6
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Store golf carts for winter by complete washing of the cart, cleaning batteries and
terminals, checking electrolyte levels, lubricating cables, king pins, wheel bearings,
clutches, and differentials, and by periodic checks of the battery voltage levels, recharging
when required to protect the condition and performance life of the batteries.
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6.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN SPRAYER EQUIPMENT
6.1
Service and maintain pumps and couplers by inspecting, aligning, measuring, testing,
and replacing components by using flow meter, stop watch, dial indicators, calibrated
container, distance measuring device, pressure gauge, recommended hand tools, oil, and
grease to maintain pumping efficiency according to recommended manufacturers'
specifications and maintenance schedules.
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6.2
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Service and calibrate speed control systems, including speedometer sensor, radar,
and magnetic wheel sensor, by using electrical testing equipment, distance (linear)
measuring device, and a stop watch to identify and replace defective component(s) and to
confirm that the system is operating accurately according to manufacturers' specifications.
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6.4
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Service and maintain hoses, fittings, agitators, tanks, lids and filters by inspecting,
cleaning, and replacing damaged or defective parts following a visual assessment of their
condition to maintain sprayer dependability and for the protection of self and others in
compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
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6.3
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Prepare sprayer for winter storage by cleaning machine, draining systems of water,
adding glycol-based antifreeze, operating system to prevent freeze-up, and removing and
storing components sensitive to low temperature to protect the performance life of
sprayer.
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7.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN TRACTION UNITS
7.1
Conduct visual inspection of fuel system checking for leaks, damage, restriction in
supply, gaskets, routing of lines and hoses, using recommended tools replace worn or
damaged components and perform a running check to ensure performance adheres to
manufacturers' specifications.
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7.2
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Repair and perform preventative maintenance on diesel and gasoline engines by
using filter wrenches, torque wrenches, feeler gauges, recommended hand tools, coolant
tester, hydrometer, compression tester, electric testing equipment, and fluid collection
system to inspect and/or adjust valves, cooling systems, belt alignment and tension,
linkages, timing to manufacturers' specifications and to replace filters and fluids, at
recommended intervals to ensure maximum performance and reliability.
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7.4
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Repair and maintain fuel injection systems on diesel and gasoline engines by using
hand tools, specific tools, feeler gauges, dial indicators, timing devices, pressure gauges,
injector testing equipment, and torque wrenches to identify worn or defective parts and
replace and repair following manufacturers' specifications to ensure maximum
performance and efficiency.
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7.3
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Repair and maintain electric and electronic components and instrumentation by
using electric testing equipment, service manuals, computer, hand tools, connectors, and
sealants to inspect, diagnose, and repair components to ensure operation within
manufacturers' specifications and maintenance schedules.
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7.5
Repair and maintain hydraulic system by visual inspection and by using pressure
gauges, flow meters, thermometers, hand tools, torque wrenches, and feeler gauges to
identify leaks, worn or defective parts and check and repair hoses, sheathing, pumps,
cylinders, motors, valves, and reservoirs to ensure hydraulic system is operating safely
and within the system's design specifications
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7.6
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Inspect wheels, tires and mounting hardware and remove, repair or replace
damaged or defective parts using the prescribed tools, materials and equipment and reinstall carefully following manufacturers instructions and the OHSA to avoid tire and
wheel damage and to prevent injury to self and others.
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7.8
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Repair and maintain hydrostatic, hydraulic and mechanical drive train systems
including: valves banks, pumps, clutches, transmissions, drive shaft, differentials,
universal joints, identifying worn or defective components using hand and power tools
according to manufacturers’ specifications and maintenance schedules.
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7.7
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Inspect brake systems on off-road vehicles including band, drum, disc and parking
brake, electric brake, manual brake and hydraulic brake types, removing damaged or
worn out components: using special tools and attachments and prescribed replacement
parts and materials, adjust brake system, re-assemble the brake system following
manufacturers directions, bleeding and replenishing the brake fluid when required ;and,
perform pre-operation checks to ensure safe and effective performance in accordance with
manufacturers specifications and maintenance schedules.
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7.9
Inspect steering systems on off-road vehicles including power and manual types,
removing damaged or worn out components: using special tools and attachments and
prescribed replacement parts, re-assemble the steering system following manufacturers
directions and, perform pre-operation checks to ensure safe and effective performance in
accordance with manufacturers specifications and maintenance schedules.
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7.10
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Inspect suspension systems on off-road vehicles including power and manual types,
removing damaged or worn out components: using special tools and attachments and
prescribed replacement parts, re-assemble the steering system following manufacturers’
directions and, perform pre-operation checks to ensure safe and effective performance in
accordance with manufacturers specifications and maintenance schedules
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8.0
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN SMALL POWERED EQUIPMENT
8.1
Follow maintenance schedules recommended by the manufacturer by completing
scheduled checks of equipment and components, recording maintenance performed,
noting non-conformance to required maintenance schedule, recording conditions which
may require additional servicing to ensure continued reliability of the equipment.
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8.2
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Inspect electrical components including wiring harnesses, heat shield, mechanical
guards and battery condition to ensure effective operation; perform adjustments to
mechanical attachments were required, secure loose wiring to prevent heat or friction
damage and replace defective parts to ensure equipment performance according to
manufacturers specifications.
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8.4
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Lubricates equipment using the manufacturers recommended oils, filters and grease
and arrange for oil analysis tests as required to determine the condition of oils and engine
components after periods of use to ensure the integrity of the lubricants used and to
determine the periods of use and replacement.
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8.3
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Conduct engine performance checks by testing and by observing and analyzing exhaust
emissions and power output, performing adjustments to governors, fuel rack settings,
valves and timing when required to restore operational performance to manufacturers’
specifications.
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8.5
Tune two cycle engines by performing a compression test; inspecting ignition
components, fuel filters, air filters and flame arresters, battery connections, replacing
parts where required and by setting engine systems to manufacturers specifications.
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8.6
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Tune four cycle engines by performing a leak down test; inspecting ignition
components, fuel filters, air filters and flame arresters, battery connections, replacing
parts where required and by setting engine systems to manufacturers specifications.
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8.7
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Assemble new small powered equipment and related components, using prescribed
tools and following manufacturers directions, making adjustments to controls and
attachments where required; and, run a performance check to ensure effective operation
in accordance with manufacturers specifications.
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APPRENTICE RECORD
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to administer and finance Ontario’s apprenticeship training system.
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APPRENTICE RECORD
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SUMMARY OF TRAINING
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APPRENTICE RECORD
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Telephone
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SUMMARY OF TRAINING
Employment Start Date
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instruction between dates
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